Head of Sales
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The Head of Sales primary job purpose is to develop and manage the sales & service business in South Africa, Africa & Globally.
Key Performance AreaKPA)
Duties and Responsibilities / Tasks
1. Business- Defines, articulates and implements the organization's strategy for selling products or services.
- Develops forecasts and strategies to achieve sales at price levels to ensure profitability.
- Own all plans and strategies for developing business and achieving the company's sales goals.
- Actively looks at available tenders and ensures that these are executed timely.
- Conducts market surveys, reports, and updates management regarding regional market development.
- Establishes sales force objectives and quotas; prepares sales plans and budgets; organizes the sales force.
- Identifies emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status.
- Initiates and coordinates development of action plans to penetrate new markets.
- Assists in the development and implementation of marketing plans as needed.
- Estimates demand and prepares sales forecasts.
- Engages in new business development including signing new clients.
- Prospects, qualifies, and evaluates potential clients.
- Prepares forecasts and KPI reports for sales leaders, CRO, and upper management for organizational planning, financial forecasting, budget setting, and strategic planning.
- Works collaboratively across teams including Engineering, Product, and Marketing.
- Establishes and fosters partnerships and relationships with key customers both externally and internally.
- Manages the sales team & support staff.
- Ensures sales targets are met.
- Ensures sales margins align with agreed margins.
- Determines price schedules and discount rates.
- Analyzes sales statistics to determine sales potential and inventory requirements, monitoring customer preferences.
- Sponsors new business and follows up on sales leads.
- Reviews operational records and reports to project sales and determine profitability.
- Maintains accurate records of all pricing, sales, and activity reports.
- Consults with potential customers regarding spare part needs and advises on types and quantities in cooperation with Technical.
- Advises clients on company policies and sales procedures to ensure operational effectiveness.
- Establishes customer requirements.
- Plans order intake for specific market segments.
- Controls expenses to meet budget guidelines.
- Analyzes market or delivery systems.
- Monitors customer preferences to focus sales efforts.
- Directs and coordinates activities of departmental staff.
- Evaluates product quality for sales activities.
- Monitors consumer and marketing trends.
- Coordinates stock control operations with warehouse staff, sales, and finance departments.
- Analyzes supply chain data to ensure stock availability.
- Forecasts supply and demand to prevent overstocking or stockouts.
- Evaluates vendor & supplier offers and negotiates purchase prices.
- Oversees stock storage processes, including tagging, boxing, and labeling.
- Performs inventory audits and manages stock purchasing within budget.
- Ensures shipment records and purchases are reported daily.
- Designs and implements import strategies.
- Negotiates with vendors & suppliers.
- Analyzes market trends and identifies new supply sources.
- Develops effective relationships.
- Manages import & export logistics.
- Ensures compliance with trade laws and regulations.
- Sets up service agreements and contracts with customers.
- Responds promptly to customer inquiries, orders, and complaints.
- Maintains contact with clients to ensure high satisfaction levels.
- Presents the company professionally and negotiates on its behalf.
- Manages the sales team and new clients.
- Coordinates staff leave periods.
- Maintains proper filing systems and records.
- Assists in solving departmental problems affecting service, efficiency, and productivity.
- Manages network and administration tasks.
- Manages subordinate activities.
- Sets goals and reviews performance regularly.
- Implements reporting structures for staff.
- Motivates staff under work pressure.
- Analyzes training needs and recommends development methods.
- Ensures adherence to policies, procedures, and ethics.
- Leads the team towards profitability and growth aligned with company vision and values.
- Ensures activities comply with regulations, policies, and laws.
- Adheres to health & safety requirements.
Sales General Manager
Posted 13 days ago
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We’re in search of a natural-born leader to fill the role of a Sales General Manager. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the sales operations and driving the company’s growth through strategic planning, leadership, and execution. This role requires a strong leader with a proven track record in sales management and the ability to inspire and lead a team towards achieving sales targets.
Objectives:
- Develop strategic plan for optimized productivity
- Review and improve organizational effectiveness by developing processes, overseeing employees, establishing a highly motivational work environment, and implementing innovative changes
- Adhere to company standards for excellence and quality
- Seek out opportunities for expansion and growth by developing new business relationships
- Provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day operations, assign weekly performance goals and ensure their completion, and accomplish your own goals
- Recruit, onboard, and train high-performing employees to achieve objectives
- Maintain project timelines to ensure tasks are accomplished effectively
- Manage sales budgets, forecasts, and expenses effectively to optimize resource allocation and maximize ROI.
- Resolve internal staff conflicts efficiently and to the mutual benefit of all involved
- Analyze sales data and performance metrics to assess progress, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments, including marketing and operations, to ensure alignment
- Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to inform sales strategies and tactics.
- Lead and motivate the New Business team to consistently meet or exceed targets and KPIs
Requirements:
- Qualified and registered Debt Counsellor
- Call Centre leadership experience
- Management Experience
- Experience in conducting performance evaluations
- Working knowledge of human-resources processes
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our company is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Join our team and be part of a vibrant, innovative, and collaborative sales environment where your skills and expertise will make a significant impact!
#J-18808-LjbffrArea Sales Manager
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Our national client is seeking an experienced Area Sales Manager to join the Pinetown team
- Driving sales and revenue growth within the specific geographical area
- Sales strategy development and sales planning, including creating comprehensive sales budgets
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers
- Ensure achievement of sales targets
- Maintain effective administration for equipment sales
Requirements
Sales Executive
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Are you a dynamic and results-driven sales professional looking for your next big opportunity?
Our client, a reputable company based in Kloof , is seeking an External Sales Executive to join their growing team. If you thrive on building relationships, closing deals, and representing a strong brand — this could be your next move!
What You’ll Be Doing:
Actively sourcing and securing new business opportunities
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Meeting and exceeding sales targets
Providing excellent customer service and product knowledge
What We’re Looking For:
Proven sales experience (external sales preferred)
Self-motivated with strong negotiation skills
Valid driver’s license and own vehicle
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Based in or near Kloof , KwaZulu-Natal
What’s on Offer:
Competitive basic salary
Supportive team and leadership
Opportunities for growth and career development
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#J-18808-LjbffrTechnical Sales Consultant - Graphics & Prints | Pinetown
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Job title : Technical Sales Consultant - Graphics & Prints | Pinetown
Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Pinetown | Deadline : September 15, 2025
Job Description
Salesworx is proud to collaborate with our client, a manufacturer specializing in print consumables for the graphics industry.
The products are suitable for industries such as gravure, flexography, lithography, corrugated, label, silkscreen printing, textile, non-woven, extrusion, paper mills, and plastic operations.
We are seeking an experienced Sales Representative with relevant industry experience.
Responsibilities
Sales
- Present and sell company products to current and potential clients.
- Identify and contact new clients to expand the client base.
- Achieve sales targets set by the company.
- Provide excellent customer service by promptly resolving client concerns.
- Increase market share and wallet share through proactive engagement.
- Prepare quotations for existing and new products as required.
- Present new products to clients, keeping them informed about the latest offerings.
- Attend weekly sales meetings to provide updates and align with the team.
- Provide feedback on competitors' activities.
- Call on a minimum of 5 customers per day with qualified calls, not just deliveries.
Stock
- Check internal inventory to ensure products are in stock.
- Collaborate with the admin team on stock pricing for quotes.
- Check other branches for stock if products are unavailable locally.
- Follow up with the buying department for timely delivery.
- Participate in monthly stock takes.
- Monitor customer stock levels and ordering patterns using Power BI CRM.
Admin
- Capture orders via phone or email and update sales records.
- Respond to customer queries and resolve issues.
- Prepare, issue, and follow up on quotes.
- Prepare invoices and ensure order processes are followed from storeroom to dispatch.
- Coordinate with finance to keep client accounts updated and follow up as needed.
- Inform clients about price changes or relevant updates.
- Prepare weekly/monthly reports for management.
Requirements
Core Competencies
- Professional conduct and excellent communication skills.
- Goal-oriented with attention to detail.
- Efficient time management and ability to work under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
- Self-driven and team-oriented.
- Industry awareness and trend knowledge.
Personal Characteristics
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Excellent people skills and teamwork ability.
- Enthusiasm and positive attitude.
- Adherence to procedures and processes.
Key Performance Areas
- Meet monthly sales targets and forecasts.
- Expand product lines and increase wallet share.
- Grow the client base through cold calling and initiatives.
- Pursue continuous development and training.
- Achieve high enquiry-to-order conversion rates.
- Provide daily updates via Field app (e.g., Fieldsense).
Benefits
- Basic salary : R12,000
- Medical Allowance : R1,000
- Car allowance : R4,200
- Incentive (after 3 months probation), Provident, and Group Life benefits.
Technical Sales Consultant - Graphics & Prints | Pinetown
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Job Description
Salesworx is proud to work in collaboration with our client who represents a variety of manufacturers specializing in print consumables for the graphics industry. Our products are suitable for a wide range of industries, including gravure, flexography, lithography, corrugated, label, silkscreen printing, textile, non-woven, extrusion, paper mills, and plastic operations. We are seeking an experienced Sales Representative with relevant industry experience.
Responsibilities
- Present and sell company products to current and new potential clients.
- Identify and contact new clients to expand the client base.
- Achieve sales targets set by the company.
- Provide excellent customer service by promptly resolving client concerns.
- Increase market share and wallet share through proactive engagement.
- Prepare quotations for existing and new products as required.
- Present new products to clients and keep them updated on the latest offerings.
- Attend weekly sales meetings for updates and team alignment.
- Provide feedback on competitors' activities.
- Call upon a minimum of 5 customers per day with qualified calls, not just deliveries.
Stock
- Check internal inventory to ensure products are in stock.
- Collaborate with the admin team on stock pricing for quotes.
- Check other branches for stock if products are unavailable locally.
- Follow up with the buying department for timely delivery.
- Participate in monthly stock takes.
- Monitor customer stock levels and ordering patterns using Power BI CRM.
Admin
- Capture orders via telephone or email and update sales records.
- Respond to customer queries and resolve issues.
- Prepare, issue, and follow up on quotes.
- Prepare invoices with Admin and oversee the order process from storeroom to dispatch.
- Coordinate with the finance team to keep client accounts up-to-date.
- Inform clients about price increases or relevant updates.
- Prepare weekly and monthly reports for management.
Requirements
Core Competencies
- Professional conduct and excellent communication skills.
- Goal-oriented with attention to detail.
- Efficient time management and ability to work under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal skills for relationship building.
- Self-driven and team-oriented.
- Industry awareness and trend knowledge.
Personal Characteristics
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Excellent people skills and teamwork ability.
- Enthusiastic with a positive attitude.
- Adherence to procedures and processes.
Key Performance Areas
- Meet monthly sales and budget targets.
- Expand product lines and increase wallet share.
- Grow the client base through cold calling and initiatives.
- Engage in continuous training and personal development.
- Achieve high enquiry-to-order conversion rates.
- Provide daily updates via the Field app (e.g., Fieldsense).
Benefits
- Basic salary: R12,000
- Medical Allowance: R1,000
- Car allowance: R4,200
- Incentives (paid after 3-month probation), Provident Fund, and Group Life insurance.
Sales Representative - Durban
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We Go Places! How about you?
Job Grade: 08
Location: Durban
Function: Commerce
Sub Function: Commerce - Sales - Off Trade
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 143036
Closing Date: 27/08/2025
Purpose of the Position
To sell and promote the Heineken Beverages Brand portfolio to customers within a specific geographical area, by creating brand awareness and building brands in line with strategic objectives.
KEY RESULT AREAS
- Drive market share
- Drive and maintain Accessibility, Availability and Activation and Affordability for clients
- Drive RSP
- Brand portfolio approach across all categories Beer, Wine, Spirits and RTD
- Drive price-driven promotions and power pack compliance agreements with customers
- Build partnerships with customers
- Maintain call strike rate
- Drive continuous improvement and implement business improvement initiatives
- Take responsibility for own development and contribute to team effectiveness by displaying HEINEKEN Behaviours
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant Tertiary Qualification (Diploma / Degree)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- 2-3 years of FMCG or relevant experience
- A valid drivers license - Code 08 without endorsements with at least 2 years driving experience
- Weekend work and promotions
- Persuasive selling skills & negotiation
- Sales Commercial Insights: Awareness and understanding of the implications of fundamental commercial implications on day- to- day decisions
- Sales process management :Understand the primary key drivers of sales in different channels
- Sales Product Knowledge: Product relevance by channel, cluster and tier understood and applied
- Sales strategies and plans to sustain brand growth
- Sales Technology Application: Demonstrate an understanding of how technology works within the sales process
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.
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Business Development Manager (Durban)
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Industry : Logistics / Supply Chain
Location : Durban
Our client, a leading logistics and supply chain company with a strong national presence, is looking for a results-driven Business Development Manager. In this role, you’ll identify opportunities, secure new business, and build lasting client relationships in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
Your duties :
- Identify and pursue new opportunities in logistics and supply chain markets
- Develop and implement strategies to drive revenue and market growth
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Lead negotiations and close high-value deals
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams
- Track performance, report insights, and optimize strategies
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Business Development Manager (Durban)
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Your duties :
- Identify and pursue new opportunities in logistics and supply chain markets
- Develop and implement strategies to drive revenue and market growth
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and stakeholders
- Lead negotiations and close high-value deals
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams
- Track performance, report insights, and optimize strategies
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#J-18808-LjbffrCustomer Relations Executive (New Business Sales Executive) – Automotive Parts Manufacturing
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Our client, an OEM manufacturing company specializing in fasteners and components, is seeking to appoint a highly experienced and dynamic Customer Relations Executive (New Business Sales Executive) to seek new business opportunities and grow sales with both new and existing clients. The business focuses on providing specialized fasteners solutions to the engineering and manufacturing markets through meticulous customer forecasting methodologies. The incumbent must have a proven sales track record to manage existing customers and develop new relationships at an executive level, closing deals expeditiously.
Responsibilities include:
- Growing the business division in line with the company's strategy.
- Strengthening customer relationships by delivering on value propositions and business deliverables.
- Expanding the customer base into new markets within similar value propositions.
- Managing costs and improving profit margins while maintaining customer value.
- Collaborating with suppliers and customers on new business ideas and managing the process to ensure invoiceable line items.
- Coordinating with operations to exceed customer requirements.
Key Performance Areas:
- Financial performance, including turnover, gross profit margin, and active new business pipeline.
- Customer satisfaction through delivery of value propositions.
- Achieving strategic project milestones.
Minimum Requirements:
- Experience in industrial sales and manufacturing, preferably in automotive parts.
- Experience in developing and executing sales and marketing strategies with team members.
- Proven success in new market segment growth and product marketing.
- High internal achievement drive.
- Appropriate tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering or industrial fasteners.
- At least 5 years of experience in sales or commercial management.
- Strong knowledge of automotive manufacturing and engineering sectors is advantageous.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is preferable.
- Excellent communication and networking skills.
Job Responsibilities:
- Forecast customer demands regularly and align with business and customer needs.
- Coordinate to expedite new business deliverables such as sourcing, quotes, and invoicing.
- Manage sales budgets, expenses, gross profit targets, and inventory levels.
- Lead efforts to grow revenue by acquiring new clients and opportunities.
- Deliver contractual sales targets within reporting periods.
- Create compelling business presentations and proposals.
- Maintain high-level contacts within client organizations and industry bodies.
- Develop sales strategies to enhance company performance.
- Analyze customer activity to identify growth opportunities in value-added products.
- Maintain a strong presence and command respect in internal and external environments.
- Regularly contact past, current, and potential clients to explore opportunities.
- Understand customer markets and production needs to strengthen relationships.